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Friday, March 8, 2024
Beware of Text Message Scams and Fraud

The most losses to scams in Illinois in 2023 came in the form of text message scams. Remember, do not open links from unknown numbers or unsolicited, unexpected texts. Legitimate…


Friday, March 8, 2024
International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is a time to recognize the cultural, economic, and political accomplishments and contributions of women. Thank you to the trailblazing women who worked to achieve gender equality…


Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Radical Emission Standards Bill Expected to be Discussed at Committee Meeting Today

The House Energy and Environment Committee is scheduled again today at 4:00 p.m. and is expected to take up Democrats’ attempt to lock Illinois in with California’s radical emission standards….


Saturday, March 2, 2024
Read Across America Day

Read Across America Day is an annual day dedicated to motivating children across the country to read. While this is a great day to celebrate the joy of reading, we…


Friday, March 1, 2024
Celebrating Women’s History Month

Women’s History Month celebrates the contributions of women to our nation in both the past and the present. Advancements made by women in every field have been a critical part…


Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Slow Down and Move Over When Approaching Emergency Vehicles

The ninth Scott’s Law-related accident this year was reported recently by the Illinois State Police. The crash occurred on Interstate 80 in Will County. Scott’s Law is our state’s “Move…


Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Study Shows Illinois Property Taxes Among Highest in U.S.

Skyrocketing property tax rates only make it harder for families to thrive in Illinois. We want our state to be a destination for growth, but to do that we have…


Friday, February 23, 2024
Democrats’ Bill Would Force EPA to Adopt Radical California Emission Standards

House Bill 1634, a new law proposed by Democrats, would force the Illinois EPA to adopt California’s radical emission standards. The bill is facing steep opposition from numerous state organizations,…


Thursday, February 22, 2024
Rep. Caulkins Reacts to Governor’s FY 2025 Budget Address (Video)

Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Committee Hearing on House Bill 1634 Today

A new bill proposed by Democrats would force the Illinois EPA to adopt California emission standards for trucks and surrender state sovereignty to California bureaucrats instead of Illinois lawmakers. The…